GSC2307

Advanced human services organisational practice

(ART)

Karen Crinall

8 points + 4 hours per week + First semester + Gippsland, distance + Prerequisite: all first-level subjects for Diploma of Arts (Social Welfare)

Synopsis: This subject recognises the organisational context of all welfare practice and will therefore attempt to explore the ways this context can affect practice interventions, as well as introduce students to practice strategies for organisational change. The subject aims to prepare students for the increasing number and range of management functions embodied in many welfare positions today, with an emphasis on project planning and current trends in resourcing.

Assessment: A workbook assignment (2500 words): 40% + Assignment in program planning and development (3500 words): 60%